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GJ56 VTU

2006 Toyota Avensis

Silver Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

64,989 mi
Last recorded64,989 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Toyota Avensis89,184 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ56 VTU
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 64,989 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2024 51,884 miles

engine covers & under trays fitted

Pass 26 Sep 2023 42,356 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2023 42,356 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Sep 2022 38,122 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 37,034 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 1 Oct 2021 37,034 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 22 Sep 2020 36,906 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 36,633 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 36,149 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 35,384 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 34,140 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Sep 2015 33,573 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Sep 2014 32,307 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 30,727 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 28,977 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 26,753 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 21,912 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 16,061 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Avensis?

Based on 3,497,866 MOT tests across 274,257 vehicles.

75.0%
Pass Rate
7,477
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
274,257
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 106,316
position lamp(s) not working 82,254
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 59,558
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 49,676
Brake pipe excessively corroded 43,472
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GJ56 VTU is a 2006 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2006 Toyota Avensis models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 89,184 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Avensis fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 106,316 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GJ56 VTU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Avensis typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 20 years old, this Toyota Avensis is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GJ56 VTU registered?

GJ56 VTU is a 2006 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 30 September 2006.

Is GJ56 VTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ56 VTU shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GJ56 VTU have outstanding finance?

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